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Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity vs E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel are cut from similar cloth: two takes on traditional bourbons, where the real difference is proof (104 vs. 100).
Key Specifications
| Feature | Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon |
| Mash Bill 1 | Not disclosed | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley |
| Age | No age statement | No age statement |
| Proof | 104 proof (52% ABV) +4 proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$100 – $110 | ~$70 – $140 |
| Availability | Limited easier to find | Allocated |
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity and E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-10; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity
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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
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Flavor Profile
Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
oak 6/8 oak: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10
fruit 7/5 fruit: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
nuttiness 2/4 nuttiness: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 2 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10
sweetness 7/6 sweetness: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 7 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10
spice 6/5 spice: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
heat 6/5 heat: Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity 6 out of 10, E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
Barrel influence is the main separator.
- Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity: Jefferson's sent barrels to the Singapore jungle for a year and a half, and the humidity shows. It is creamy and fruit-heavy, with tobacco, leather and baking spice running underneath.
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel: Single barrels from the warehouse Colonel Taylor built, bonded at 100 proof. More oak and more concentration than the small batch, and one of the most sought-after regular releases Buffalo Trace makes.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity if you want an unusual, tropical-aged bourbon with creamy fruit and tobacco without hunting for it.
- Go with E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel if you want the most concentrated bonded expression of the Buffalo Trace profile, and the hunt does not deter you.
Best enjoyed neat (Jefferson's Tropics Aged in Humidity); neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel).